DPI QC Lab Tech I

Job Title: Quality Control (QC) Lab Technician

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Professional

Work Location: Hauppauge, NY (Unit 1)

Work Hours: General Shift: 8:30AM a" 5:00PM (may vary based on business needs)

Reports To: Quality Control Manager

Salary Range: $20.00 a" $27.00 (DOE)

Purpose:

The content and statements documented in this job description are designed to describe the general nature and level of work as well as provide a basic understanding of the role, responsibilities, and expectations of the person assigned to perform the job.

Scope:

The scope (content and statements) of this job description is designed to describe the general nature and level of work as well as provide a basic understanding of the role, responsibilities, and expectations of the person assigned to perform the job. This job description is not designed to provide an exact or exhaustive list of all job duties, tasks, skills, and qualifications. The scope of the job may be modified with respect to the department, group, and on an individual assigned basis to a sometimes-specific testing group. Consideration of education, relevant training, and experience or a combination of all three may also result in further modification of the role.

Duties and Responsibilities

The general duties and responsibilities of the Quality Control Lab Technician include but are not limited to

the following:

• Perform sample management for all incoming raw materials, in-process, finished products and stability samples including but not limited to receipt, logging distribution and destruction.
• Coordinate chemical and reference standard inventory in the lab, verifying the expired chemicals and standards and discarding as per company procedures.
• Update all sample information in SAP as per company procedures.
• Complete data entry as required.
• Maintain lab consumables supply and placing orders as per requirement
• Oversee temperature and humidity monitoring for stability chambers
• Conduct sample loading in stability chambers and submitting stability samples as per schedule.
• Assist in the shipment of the samples to contract labs as required
• Provide general housekeeping in the QC lab and any other functional activity as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of High School Diploma or educational equivalent credential (ex. GED) required.
• Associates degree or higher in Chemistry, Laboratory Science, or related fields of study from an accredited institution. (Preferred)
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office Programs to include Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other lab-related systems.
• 2 yearsa work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiently speak English as a first or second language
• Have excellent organization, learning and teaching skills required to work in teams
• Ability to understand and analyze complex data sets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and other scientific based software.
• Experience in Inhalation products (MDI) is a plus.

Professional and Behavioral Competencies

• Hourly position.
• Full time
• Must be willing to work in a pharmaceutical setting.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift ranging from first or second shift.
• Work schedule may be Monday to Friday (some flexibility for possible weekend work is required).
• Must possess a positive, professional attitude toward work and willingness to cooperate with co-workers and supervisors.
• No remote work available

Working conditions

This role works in a cGMP laboratory or manufacturing environment, where personal protective equipment is required, which may include uniforms, lab coats, safety glasses, respiratory protective equipment, hearing protection, etc. Work with or around solvents, powders, or other materials commonly found in a pharmaceutical laboratory or manufacturing facility is required. The role may be assigned on a work-shift basis, where required (Day, Evening, Night). Long periods of standing up/walking during working hours; ability to ascend/descend ladders; and able to lift up to 35 pounds.

GLOBAL COMPANY

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in Indiaas pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world.

Cipla employs handpicked professionals not just for their knowledge and experience but for their zeal to make a difference to the world of healthcare. The company believes that our biggest assets are the employees who lead us to prosperity and growth in the future. Driven by the vision, none shall be denied, Ciplaas focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world.

CIPLA NEW YORK (INVAGEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.)

About InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, a Cipla subsidiary InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. As of February 18, 2016, InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Cipla (EU) Limited.